Proud of American products

I recall that when I was a child my parents refused to purchase anything "Made in Japan." This was due in part to strong post-WWII feelings, as well as a reputation for having shoddy materials and workmanship.

Now that I am of that age group, I find myself wanting to "Buy American" whenever possible. I feel that every item with a bar code should also include a "point of origin." Given the fact that we import such a tremendous amount and diversity of products, and we witness the continued decline of our own manufacturing base, I feel that many other people feel as I do.

I have a growing desire to demonstrate more nationalism. Many goods made in America are more costly simply due to safety and quality standards that for any number of reasons should not be compromised for economic considerations.